Last updated: July 2026
Mathematics
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Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Shanghai
PhD / Doctorate4 YearsEnglishApplications openIntake: Fall 2026-2027✉️ Supervisor Letter NeededModerate Application
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Mathematics is a 4 Years phd / doctorate degree offered by Shanghai Jiao Tong University in Shanghai, China. The program is taught in English. Tuition is approximately 45500 RMB per year.
Tuition Fee
¥ 45,500 CNY
Duration
4 Years
Language
English
Degree Level
PhD / Doctorate
Language Score
IELTS: 6TOEFL: 90
Program Overview
Mathematics is a PhD program offered at Shanghai Jiao Tong University for international students.
Core Curriculum
Core courses information will be updated soon
Admission Requirements
- Applicants should be non-Chinese citizens with a valid private ordinary passport.
- Note: Whether an applicant who holds foreign nationality also possesses the nationality of the People’s Republic of China shall be determined by the nationality appraisal issued by the Exit and Entry Administration of the Chinese public-security authorities. If an applicant is determined to hold Chinese nationality or is otherwise ineligible at any point during the application, admission, or enrollment process, their application, offer of admission, or student status will be revoked.
- Applicants should be in good physical and mental health, and meet the medical examination requirements of both the country and the university. Applicants should not have criminal record and maintain a friendly attitude towards China. Furthermore, applicants must be well-behaved and willing to comply with Chinese laws and regulations, as well as the rules of SJTU.
- Doctoral degree program applicants should have a Master’s degree or an equivalent degree (or above) accepted in China.
- For programs taught in English
- All international applicants for admission to any SJTU program must provide evidence that their English language proficiency meets the minimum requirements for admission.
- Being born in a native English-speaking country is not a proof of your English proficiency. You will be deemed to have satisfied the English language requirements if you can provide evidence that you meet one or more of the following criteria:
- i)English Language Tests
- ii) Prior study in the medium of English
- a) English Language Tests
- SJTU recognizes a number of English Language tests and English Preparation Courses which can be undertaken to meet the University’s English language requirements. These are set out in the following table, together with the minimum results required.
- The test/score must be valid till the year of application. For example, the TOEFL must have been undertaken no more than two years prior to the commencement of the program at SJTU, i.e., the test must be dated on or after 1 January (two years prior) for Fall Semester intake.
- b) Priorstudy in the medium of English
- If you have successfully completed an assessable Senior Secondary qualification or a post-secondary/tertiary study at an accredited university from an English-speaking country* you do not have to prove proficiency in English provided the qualification was:
- i) Taught and examined in English
- ii) Completed no more than two years prior to the commencement of the program at SJTU.
- iii) The statement or certificate must be on official headed paper, and must be the original document.
- English-speaking countries recognized by SJTU international graduate programs include: American Samoa, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Botswana, Canada, Fiji, Gibraltar, Ghana, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Africa, The Gambia, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, United Kingdom (including Northern Ireland), United States of America, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
IELTS: 6TOEFL: 90
Required Documents
Prepare these documents before submitting your application
Applicants to the following schools must contact a potential supervisor in advance and obtain an acceptance letter
Scanned copy of passport
ID Photo
Transcripts
Degree Certificates
English proficiency test certificate
Two letters of recommendation
Personal statement and study plan
Frequently Asked Questions
Accommodation Options
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Tuition Fee¥ 45,500 CNY
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